Serving 632 students in grades Kindergarten-2, East Side Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Side Elementary School's student population of 632 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Side Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
54%
19%
White
35%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are East Side Elementary School often compared to?
East Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School, Taylor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% AR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AR state average).
How many students attend East Side Elementary School?
632 students attend East Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of East Side Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Side Elementary School?
East Side Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Side Elementary School offer ?
East Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Side Elementary School part of?
East Side Elementary School is part of Magnolia School District.
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